RSNA 2004 

Abstract Archives of the RSNA, 2004


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Implementation of a Web-enabled Teleradiology Solution within an Integrated Stroke Network in Ontario

Scientific Posters

Presented on December 2, 2004
Presented as part of SSR09: Neuroradiology/Head and Neck (Aneurysms and Stroke)

Participants

David A. Koff MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose
Demetrios J Sahlas MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose
Sandra Black MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose
Shann Beck, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose
Allan Fox, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose
Alan Rowland Moody MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

PURPOSE

To outline the implementation of web-based technology to replace an existing point-to-point teleradiology system in order to facilitate the administration of thrombolytic therapy to potential candidates throughout the network of regional and district stroke centers in Ontario.

METHOD AND MATERIALS

Maximizing the ability to deliver thrombolytics to potential candidates, our Regional Stroke Centre serves 1,900,000 people within the Ontario Stroke Network that works to provide equal access throughout an immense territory. Immediate consultation for stroke cases serve 9 smaller hospitals separated by up to 100 km.

RESULTS

A limited number of neurologists and neuroradiologists expert in acute stroke connect to distant hospitals regarding immediate treatment and other management. Even with growing interventional neuroradiology stroke treatment, many patients have IV lysis started immediately while awaiting the interventional team to be ready. This offers some lytic therapy from the moment of decision-making before transfer for interventional treatment.

CONCLUSION

For neuro-image transmission our network is a secure web-enabled solution, accessible from any location, using standard browsers. Brain images are delivered from any CT-Scanner or PACS to consultants located in hospital or outside with a web connection. The simplicity of a web system allows the goal of full population coverage for acute stroke to be approached.

Cite This Abstract

Koff, D, Sahlas, D, Black, S, Beck, S, Fox, A, Moody, A, Implementation of a Web-enabled Teleradiology Solution within an Integrated Stroke Network in Ontario.  Radiological Society of North America 2004 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, November 28 - December 3, 2004 ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2004/4417265.html